Hi, I’m
Miryam Van Horn
Leander,TX
Summary
Business owner with extensive experience in the retail sector, specializing in luxury client management and strategic sales planning. Proven track record in cultivating high-performing teams while delivering exceptional customer service to enhance client retention. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong skills in content creation and public speaking, leading successful marketing initiatives and boosting brand visibility.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Wink BeautyAustin, USA
Business Owner
07.2020 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Delivered exceptional luxury client service and artistry to enhance experience.
- Created marketing strategy leveraging social media for increased outreach.
- Sold consultation packages for makeup and skincare guidance to diverse clientele.
- Established best practices and business policies to streamline team operations.
- Developed website design and blog to improve online presence and engagement.
Kendra ScottAustin, USA
Stylist/Sales
03.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Personalized Kendra Scott jewelry and accessories to elevate customer styling
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to elevate store presentation.
- Processed and fulfilled donation requests for local non-profits, supporting community initiatives.
- Coached team members to facilitate smooth customer interactions from greeting clients to completing transactions.
Dior/NordstromAustin, USA
Makeup Artist & Beauty Advisor
03.2014 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Educated Nordstrom employees on Dior hero products and application techniques.
- Maintained client loyalty through updates on product launches and promotions at Nordstrom.
- Conducted personalized consultations and makeup artistry tailored to client preferences.
YMCA of Hays CountyBuda, TX
Licensed Zumba Instructor
06.2014 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Conducted engaging Zumba classes for diverse groups at community wellness center.
- Cultivated a supportive environment to enhance participant motivation and enjoyment.
- Collaborated with staff to promote fitness events and community outreach initiatives.
- Delivered feedback and guidance to ensure safe exercise practices for all participants.
- Recommended modifications for various ages and abilities when developing choreography sequences.
Tarte CosmeticsAustin, USA
Account Executive
07.2008 - 12.2011
Job overview
- Instruct Sephora and Ulta team members regarding Tarte's signature products
- Cultivate relationships with Sephora and Ulta executives alongside store directors to enhance brand presence
- Recruit and oversee high-performing team to implement strategic marketing initiatives across Midcentral U.S. states.
- Analyze and report essential product performance alongside sell-through data
- Facilitated two-hour seminars for the launch of new Sephora and Ulta Beauty stores.
- Collaborated effectively with diverse team members to achieve objectives and resolve challenges related to products and services.
- Delivered innovative ideas and solutions to elevate team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to accomplish objectives.
- Acknowledged by management for delivering outstanding customer service.
San Antonio Scholarship ProgramSan Antonio, Texas
Development Coordinator
04.1999 - 05.2002
Job overview
- Created outreach materials to promote scholarship opportunities within the community.
- Planned and executed major annual fundraising events supporting scholarship initiatives.
- Designed marketing materials including brochures, flyers, and newsletters for fundraising initiatives.
- Collaborated with departments on cross-promotional activities enhancing fundraising efforts.
Education
University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Arts from SPEECH COMMUNICATION
05-1998
Skills
- Client management for luxury sales
- Strategic sales planning
- Team development
- Account management
- Public speaking expertise
- Documentation and content creation, creative writing, and editing
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Background - Fun Facts
- Connection and relationship-building is my specialty.
- Building trust and connection is a valuable skill I attain and a reason for my many achievements.
- I believe a strong work ethic, leadership and humility is the foundation to any success in life.
- Originally from Brownsville, TX (otherwise known as Space X base)
- First generation of Mexican immigrants, Spanish is my first language
- Extensively traveled to 9 countries
Timeline
Business Owner
Wink Beauty
07.2020 - 12.2023
Stylist/Sales
Kendra Scott
03.2019 - 12.2019
Licensed Zumba Instructor
YMCA of Hays County
06.2014 - 04.2017
Makeup Artist & Beauty Advisor
Dior/Nordstrom
03.2014 - 12.2018
Account Executive
Tarte Cosmetics
07.2008 - 12.2011
Development Coordinator
San Antonio Scholarship Program
04.1999 - 05.2002
University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Arts from SPEECH COMMUNICATION